“With the addition of Wallaroo as anewcruise destination, it is expected that the wider Yorke Peninsula region will benefit,extending asfarasClare Valley andtheMid-North”hesaid.

“Our state is attracting more attention than ever before,which is a testament to our people at the coalface of tourism and the quality experiences they are delivering” Mr Harrex said.

Cruise & Maritime VoyagesAustralia,Managing Director, Dean Brazier, said,CMVaims to be a leader in Australian cruising so we’re thrilled to be the first cruise line to visit Wallaroo as part of our 2019/20 season.

“With our newest ship Vasco da Gama joining the fleet next year, each visit to Wallaroo will bring around 1,200 guests to the region,” said Mr Brazier.

“This move demonstrates our continued commitment to showcasing South Australia and delivering a variety of new destinations and on-shore experiences for our guests.

“We believe Wallaroo is an ideal gateway to the Copper Coast and Yorke Peninsula, and will attract travellers who want to further explore the state’s attractions, from around South Australia as well as interstate and internationally”said Mr Brazier.

The South Australian Tourism Commissionis workingwith regional partners,theCopper Coast Council, Yorke Peninsula Tourism and local tourism operatorsto ensurethe local industry is primed and ready to takefulladvantage of cruiseshipsvisitingtheregion.